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Old Jan 4, 2005 | 06:42 AM
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Default Re: cam questions

Originally Posted by LD S13
when looking at performance cams, what exactly is the "duration" and "lift".. like how does it work in reference to the motor? and what kind of improvements do you see with higher durations / lifts or lower durations/lifts?
duration is how long it holds the valve open and lift is how far it opens, more of both allows more fuel/air in to the engine.